Hermann von Barth Denkmal Monument

Memorial to mountaineer Hermann von Barth in Tyrol

The Hermann von Barth memorial honors the German alpinist and serves as a waypoint on Tyrol mountain trails; hikers encounter the monument while following routes used in early alpine exploration.

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Hermann von Barth Denkmal at a Glance#

About Hermann von Barth Denkmal#

Hermann von Barth Denkmal is a memorial in the Tyrol region of Austria dedicated to the German mountaineer Hermann von Barth. The monument marks his significance for alpine exploration in the 19th century.

The memorial is a small commemorative installation placed in a mountain-area setting accessible from local trails and roads. It serves as a focal point for walkers and climbers familiar with von Barth’s routes and writings.

The plaque or stone memorial was erected to honour von Barth’s alpine achievements; it functions primarily as a historical marker rather than a large public monument.

The memorial sits within Tyrol, in the Austrian Alps, positioned near mountain access routes frequented by hikers and mountaineers.

  • Subject: Commemorates the 19th-century German mountaineer Hermann von Barth and his contributions to alpine exploration.
  • Setting: Located in the Tyrol region of Austria, close to mountain access routes used by hikers and climbers.

How to Get to Hermann von Barth Denkmal#

The monument sits in Tyrol’s alpine reaches. Access is by regional roads from Innsbruck or nearby Tyrolean towns; local hiking paths and alpine club trails lead to the site, so consult local trail maps or the Austrian Alpine Club for recommended approaches.

Tips for Visiting Hermann von Barth Denkmal#

  • Expect a short walk from the nearest parking or bus stop - wear ankle-supporting footwear for mountain paths.
  • If interested in the mountaineer Hermann von Barth, bring his journals or a biography; plaques are often limited, and the memorial rewards those who know the story.
  • Check local trail markers in Tyrol and ask at alpine clubs for the best approach routes.

Best Time to Visit Hermann von Barth Denkmal#

Visit in summer for the easiest access and most reliable conditions; alpine weather can change quickly so plan accordingly.

Summer hiking season
June-September · 10-25°C
Trails are open and alpine flowers bloom; ideal for visiting mountain memorials and huts.
Late spring
May-June · 5-15°C
Lower elevations clear first; higher paths may still have snow patches.

Weather & Climate near Hermann von Barth Denkmal#

Climate

Hermann von Barth Denkmal's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 17°C. Abundant rainfall (1258 mm/year), wettest in July.

Air Quality: AQI 31 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
-29°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -7° - -1° -8° 61 mm overcast 90% 3.1 m/s 0.1 low 8.8h
February Poor -7° - 0° -7° 57 mm overcast 88% 2.9 m/s 0.3 low 10.1h
March Poor -4° - 3° -4° 79 mm overcast 83% 3.1 m/s 0.6 moderate 11.8h
April Poor -1° - 6° -1° 95 mm overcast 78% 3.1 m/s 1.0 moderate 13.5h
May Acceptable 3° - 11° 5° 122 mm overcast 79% 3.1 m/s 1.3 high 14.9h
June Poor 6° - 15° 10° 164 mm overcast 79% 2.8 m/s 1.6 very high 15.7h
July Acceptable 8° - 17° 13° 171 mm partly cloudy 78% 2.7 m/s 1.6 very high 15.3h
August Acceptable 8° - 17° 13° 155 mm partly cloudy 80% 2.6 m/s 1.3 high 14.1h
September Acceptable 5° - 14° 8° 109 mm partly cloudy 83% 2.7 m/s 0.9 moderate 12.4h
October Acceptable 2° - 9° 3° 85 mm partly cloudy 84% 2.9 m/s 0.5 low 10.7h
November Poor -3° - 3° -3° 86 mm overcast 87% 3.0 m/s 0.2 low 9.2h
December Poor -5° - 0° -7° 74 mm overcast 89% 3.0 m/s 0.1 low 8.3h

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